What’s the climate like in Iraq?
The current climate of Iraq features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 46°C during the day to lows of 17°C. The average yearly temperature is around 33°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 29°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Iraq in recent years was 51°C in July 2020. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 6°C in February 2020.
On average, Iraq receives 128 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Iraq is based on weather data from Baghdad. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Iraq for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Iraq?
The best time to visit Iraq for sunny weather is February through April and October through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Iraq. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Iraq
The climate table of Iraq shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 17 | 20 | 25 | 31 | 38 | 43 | 46 | 46 | 42 | 35 | 25 | 19 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 6 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 23 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 25 | 20 | 13 | 8 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 19 | 19 | 30 | 9,1 | 1,6 | 0,5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5,9 | 24 | 18 |
| UV Index | 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 33°C
- Highest temperature: 46°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 17°C in January
- Precipitation: 128 mm per year, averaging 11 mm per month
- Driest months: 0 mm in July, August and September
- Wettest months: 30 mm in March, 24 mm in November and 19 mm in January
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Average Temperature per Month in Iraq
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Iraq. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Iraq
This graph shows how much precipitation Iraq gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Iraq
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Iraq. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Iraq
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Iraq. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Iraq
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Iraq over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Iraq
The weather in Iraq is rated an average of 2,9 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to Iraq? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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February promises pleasant impressions of your stay in Iraq. Moderately cool, temperatures between 10 and 20 °C. Less rain, clear skies and sunny days brought relief. It is cold at night, so bring warm clothes.— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures can be high during the day, but cool off pleasantly at night. Bring plenty of water for hydration!— This text is automatically translated to English
The days were pleasantly warm and ideal for relaxing, but the nights were quite cold. There were dust storms and it was quite an experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
Cold nights contrasted with moderately warm days. It rained occasionally, which made travelling difficult. Sunny days were pleasant, but temperature swings became a problem. Pack well and be prepared for changeable weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
The intense heat during the day was tough, but the humid evenings were lovely. This is a great option for those who like warm, dry weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
During the day, it became unbearably hot at times. Evenings were pleasant with a slight drop in temperature. Fewer dust storms compared to other months, but they were still present.— This text is automatically translated to English
The air temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius. Sunny days alternate with periodic showers. Winds can be strong, so be prepared. Generally acceptable.— This text is automatically translated to English
During the day, the mercury often exceeded 45 degrees Celsius. Nights were slightly cooler, around 30 degrees. Too hot for a pleasant visit.— This text is automatically translated to English
There was almost no shade, a scorching drought prevailed. A physical test for holidaymakers. Swimming would have cooled us down, but there was no such option.— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures are pleasant during the day, but make sure you bring a jacket for cool nights. There was almost no rain during my visit.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Iraq by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iraq. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
